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Homes Under $500,000 in Virgin, Utah
Virgin sits along State Route 9 between La Verkin and Zion National Park's east entrance, and it's still one of the few spots near Zion where $500K buys real breathing room. This is a town of roughly 700 people, gravel roads on the outskirts, and lots that run a half-acre or larger — a different world from the townhome-packed edges of Hurricane and St. George twenty minutes west. Homes under $500K here tend to be newer manufactured and modular builds, smaller stick-built ranches on acreage, or the occasional fixer on a legacy lot with mature cottonwoods and irrigation shares. Buyers drawn to Virgin are usually chasing proximity to Zion's east side, the Virgin River, and Kolob Terrace Road access without paying Springdale or Rockville prices.
Water and power infrastructure vary lot to lot — some parcels are on Virgin Town culinary water, others rely on wells or shared systems, and that affects both price and financing, so it's worth confirming before you fall for a listing. Summers run hot, mid-90s to low 100s, but evenings cool off fast once the sun drops behind the Hurricane Cliffs, and winters are mild compared to the high country around Cedar City. Under $500K, inventory moves in and out quickly since the town has so few homes total — sometimes single digits on the MLS at any given time. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in this price range.
September 2026 · Virgin market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Virgin right now.
Median sale
$634,500
4 closed in September 2026
Median DOM
90 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
95.0%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
13
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Virgin.
What kind of home can I actually get under $500K in Virgin? ▾
At this price point in Virgin you're typically looking at smaller single-family homes on standard lots, older manufactured homes on acreage, or the occasional builder spec on a smaller parcel. True acreage properties with newer construction tend to push past $500K, so expect to compromise on either square footage or land size to stay in budget.
How does Virgin compare to nearby Hurricane or La Verkin on price? ▾
Virgin generally runs higher per-acre than Hurricane or La Verkin because of its proximity to Zion and the rural, low-density character buyers pay a premium for. However, the smaller, older inventory under $500K in Virgin is roughly comparable in price to similar homes in those neighboring towns — you're paying for the setting, not extra finish.
Are there HOA-restricted communities in Virgin, or is most of it rural acreage? ▾
Most of Virgin is rural with no HOA, including parcels along SR-9 and the side roads heading toward Kolob Terrace. There are a handful of small subdivisions, but the town's identity is agricultural and low-density, so don't expect the planned-community feel you'd find in Washington Fields or Coral Canyon.
Is well and septic standard at this price? ▾
Many properties under $500K in Virgin are on septic, and some rely on shared or private wells rather than culinary water. Always verify water rights, shares, and septic condition during due diligence — water is the single most important factor in southern Utah rural real estate.
How far is Virgin from St. George and Zion National Park? ▾
Virgin sits about 25 minutes from St. George via SR-9 and roughly 20 minutes from the Zion main entrance in Springdale. That positioning is why the town draws both commuters working in St. George and buyers who want quick access to Zion without Springdale's nightly-rental density.
Can I use a home under $500K in Virgin as a short-term rental? ▾
Virgin has its own zoning rules around nightly rentals, and they're more permissive than some neighboring towns but still require checking the specific parcel. If STR income is part of your plan, confirm zoning and permit status with the town before writing an offer — don't assume what works in Springdale or Rockville applies here.